Degaon

Degaon is a village located in Naigaon tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Naigaon (khairgaon) (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Degaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Degaon has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Degaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Degaon is 545148. The village spans a total geographical area of 1415.14 hectares. Nanded is nearest town to Degaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Degaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Degaon

Below is a concise population overview of Degaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,621 1,853 1,768
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 493 269 224
Scheduled Castes (SC) 828 420 408
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 84 44 40
Literate Population 2,258 1,340 918
Illiterate Population 1,363 513 850

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Degaon village:

  • The total population of Degaon village is around 3,621, including approximately 1,853 males and 1,768 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 493 children aged 0–6 years in Degaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Degaon village has 828 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Degaon village is about 62.36%, with male literacy at 72.32% and female literacy at 51.92%.
  • There are around 787 households in Degaon village.

Connectivity of Degaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Degaon. As per the 2011 stats, Degaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Degaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Degaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Degaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Degaon

Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is situated in Naigaon Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
Degaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Degaon is 3,621, with 1,853 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degaon village has a total of 787 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degaon is 62.36%. The male literacy rate is 72.32%, while the female literacy rate is 51.92%.